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Call for Art: ACCI Gallery

 


ACCI Gallery Call for Art:

A Black and White Show

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June 14 - July 13, 2025


Deadline to Apply:?Sunday, April 13, 2025

Eligibility: Artwork must be?black, white, and/or gray¡ªno additional colors. Open nationally?to artists of all backgrounds and ages.



Exhibition: The boundaries between light and dark, certainty and ambiguity¡ªwhere do we find meaning in the in-between??We invite artists of all backgrounds and disciplines to submit works that embrace the monochromatic spectrum. Whether stark contrasts or soft gradients, abstraction or realism, this exhibition seeks to highlight the power of the grayscale in storytelling, emotion, and expression.



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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline
Daughters of the Delta with CHELLE! & Friends | Saturday, March 1st @ 7pm at Rhythmix in Alameda

 


Daughters of the Delta with CHELLE! & Friends

Inspired by Michelle Jacques¡¯ deep love for the folklore of her Louisiana birthplace,?Daughters of the Delta?invites audiences on a journey through the?rich musical heritage of the Louisiana Gulf. This powerful project celebrates the often-overlooked contributions of women whose voices and stories have helped shape the region¡¯s unique sound.

From the groundbreaking jazz of Lil Hardin Armstrong to the soulful blues of Blue Lou Barker and the powerful gospel of Mahalia Jackson,?Daughters of the Delta?honors the?women who have played a vital role in Louisiana¡¯s musical culture. Their artistry continues to bring people together, reflecting the depth and spirit of a tradition that remains one of the most vibrant in the country.

Through music and storytelling,?Daughters of the Delta?shares the legacies of these extraordinary women, recognizing both the hardships they faced and the joy they found in community and celebration. Join us for an unforgettable experience that ensures their voices continue to inspire for generations to come.

¡°Michelle Jacques brings her velvety, hypnotic sound to the songs?she¡¯s curated for Daughters of the Delta. She sings in English, Creole or Kouri-Vini so we can actually hold space for both the haunting history these women composers and singers experienced as well as the ways they still managed to create joy.¡±
¨C?Rachel Medanic, Producer Agile Vocalist podcast

Daughters of the Delta is performed by CHELLE! & Friends with special guest vocalists:
Vocals: Michelle Jacques
Vocal: Rhonda Crane
Vocals: Bryan Dyer
Guitar: Eric Swinderman
Alto Sax: Donna Viscuso
Drums: Michaelle Goerlitz
Bass: Kevin Scott
Vocals: Tammi Brown
Vocals: Jay Lamont

Saturday, March 1st | 7pm
Rhythmix Cultural Works
2513 Blanding Ave,?Alameda




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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline
Berkeley Symphony Presents: Spring's Awakening

 


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The Berkeley Symphony invites you to our?next?symphonic concert,?Spring's Awakening, coming up next month!?Please see the details below:


When:?Sunday, March 16, 4:00PM

Where:?First Congregational Church of Berkeley (2345 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704)

Program details:??Spring¡¯s Awakening presents a musical commentary on the natural world. Einojuhani Rautavaara¡¯s innovative work Cantus Arcticus features recordings of arctic birds in dialogue with the various instruments of the orchestra, creating harmonious fusions that express the longing for unity between humans and nature. The dynamic and introspective Tipping Point by Huang Ruo is a work that reflects on the delicate balance between humanity and the environment, and contrasting percussive rhythms, representing the urgency of our ecological crisis. Robert Schumann¡¯s Symphony No. 1, the ¡°Spring Symphony,¡± is a jubilant expression of renewal and rebirth. From its exuberant opening to its triumphant finale, Schumann captures the essence of springtime with lush orchestrations and joyous melodies, reminding us of the eternal cycle of life and the promise of new beginnings.

Joseph Young, Conductor

RAUTAVAARA?Cantus Arcticus (Concerto for Birds and Orchestra)

RUO Tipping Point (A Climate-Crisis Symphony for Orchestra)

SCHUMANN?Symphony No. 1, Op. 38


We also invite you to join us one hour prior to the concert for our Pre-Concert Lecture, led by composer Paul Dresher.


Tickets can be purchased through our website?.?Please email?info@...?with any questions you may have. We hope to see you at the concert!


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Giulia Chiappetta (she/they) | Marketing & Administrative Assistant
Berkeley Symphony
1919 Addison Avenue, Suite 201
Berkeley, CA 94704

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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
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SADC: Ginkgo Giving Online Auction is open!

 




Incredible offerings, something for everyone.

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Dear?Friends of the Center,

We are thrilled to invite you to participate in the Ginkgo Giving Online Auction, an exciting event celebrating the vibrant community of Shawl-Anderson Dance Center (SADC).

This year, we are honoring the sixth anniversary of the Queering Dance Festival. FROLIC! is QDF's annual extravaganza of newly commissioned work by Queer and Trans Bay Area choreographers. Join the fun and support our campaign while bidding on unique items and experiences. The auction benefits both QDF and SADC!

Now more than ever, the arts need greater community support. By participating in this auction everyone wins!

- Bidding is?open and closes on February 24, 2025.

Featured Items:

- One Ticket to the Queering Dance Festival's FROLIC! 2025

- Weekend Yoga + Mindfulness Retreat in Muir Beach, California

- Personalized choreography, live class, and recorded lesson

- Explore art with a loved one

Why should you join us for our Online Auction??

Every bid helps fund our mission to make dance accessible to all and foster creativity and community in the East Bay. This year, we highlight the Queering Dance Festival, Frolic! 2025. Each year, SADC supports QDF, fiscally sponsored artists, and the community by operating daily and holding space for everyone who enters. Your support will help the center remain open and operational 7 days a week for classes, workshops, rehearsals, performances, and community gatherings. This auction allows us to work together to raise funds for our beloved center.?

Discover and bid on exclusive items that you won't find anywhere else. These items come directly from the SADC community and friends of the Elmwood District. You may even find some hidden gems to add to your collection of favorites or gifts for loved ones.?

You can participate from home at your convenience. Winning bidders can retrieve their items from the studio or have them shipped to their location.?

Here's how to participate:?

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2. Register if you haven't already - it's quick and easy!

3. Browse through our catalog and place your bids on your favorite items.

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We hope you'll join us for this art, dance, and community celebration. Your participation will support SADC and bring joy to many through our shared love of dance.

I appreciate your interest in joining our auction. Let's work together to make this a memorable event!

Warm regards,
Development Associate & ?Co-Producer,

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Check out?the Queering Dance Festival's FROLIC! 2025. You do not want to miss this incredible event.

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Shawl-Anderson Dance Center was founded in 1958 and incorporated as a nonprofit organization in 1967. Donations are tax-deductible above the estimated good faith value of any goods or services received.

Our 501c3 tax ID number is 94-1630594.

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Shawl-Anderson Dance Center
2704 Alcatraz Ave
Berkeley, CA 94705

Thank you for supporting the arts in the East Bay.


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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline
Concert February 21st with Jim Malcolm, the ultimate Scots troubadour

 

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Friday, February 21 ¡¤ 7:30; doors open at 7pm
The Hillside Club,?2286 Cedar Street Berkeley, CA 94709
Tickets:
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Jim Malcolm is the ultimate Scots troubadour. Travelling the world with his guitar, harmonicas, and engaging wit, he sings the traditional songs of Scotland and his own masterfully crafted songs in a style which is modern and accessible, yet utterly authentic.?He is highly regarded as an interpreter of the songs of Robert Burns, and has been described as ¡°one of the finest singers in Scotland in any style¡±.

Though he now works solo, Jim was lead singer with the world-renowned and multi-award-winning Old Blind Dogs for eight years, a fantastic experience with some of Scotland¡¯s finest musicians, taking him to the most prestigious festivals in North America and around Europe.

Alongside his original work, Jim has recorded a great many Scottish songs, from early ballads through Burns and Tannahill to William Soutar and his great hero Jim Reid. He enjoys reworking old songs that form the kernel of Scotland¡¯s great folk tradition.


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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline
CALL FOR ARTISTS - Rising Seas Climate Arts Workshop

 


CALL FOR ARTISTS
Rising Seas Climate
Arts Workshop

Rhythmix Cultural Works?is seeking?artists?whose work has a focus on the?environment and/or climate change?to create and oversee interactive community workshops at various?Alameda Housing Authority (AHA) locations. In order to better serve the diverse communities at these sites, preference will be given to artists with fluency in Korean, Vietnamese, Cantonese, Spanish or Arabic.

Workshops will be held in April and May. Workshop stipend and materials fee will be provided.?Selected?artists will also be invited to exhibit their work in the Rhythmix?K Gallery?from June to August.

For more information about the?Rising Seas Climate Arts Project,?please check out this?.?

Applications are due Friday, February 28th by 5:00pm.?
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Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline
Pacific Pinball Museum February Events & More News!

 

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In Alameda, CA Since 2003
Non-Profit 501 c(3)? ?EIN 20-2467607
February News
We've arrived at the tail end of winter and the Pacific Pinball Museum's events are heating up!? Read below to learn about our first Women's Tournament, upcoming Alameda Boys & Girls Club partnership and the ever popular Pinball & Pints!

It always helps the museum reach new patrons and supporters when?you share our newsletter with your friends and family. You can also follow our weekly social media posts on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok and now BlueSky! We dearly?appreciate your?continued donations, support and interest in the nonprofit Pacific Pinball Museum and our mission to?"Play & Learn"
Get your tickets now! Pinball and Pints returns for SF Beer Week 2025, coming up Sunday Feb 23rd! (Our 10th Anniversary of Pinball & Pints!)
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Play unlimited pinball on over 100(!) pinball machines and drink beer from some of the Bay's best brewers. Tickets available

We'll have yet-to-be-released beers from some up-and-coming breweries alongside some of the best established breweries. You get a nifty collectible Pacific Pinball Museum tasting glass and tastings with all our brewers.

We'll have some fun and casual tournaments with great prizes to test your pinball skills. The event is a fundraiser to support the programs of the Pacific Pinball Museum, a non-profit organization.

Confirmed breweries are Mercurius, Copper, Faction Brewing, Alameda Brewing & dahoam1516 - Beer served from 2:00 - 5:30 pm. The event is 21+; no entry without valid ID. No infants, children or anyone under 21. Tickets are non-refundable. Breweries in attendance are subject to change.
Celebrate the Alameda Boys & Girls Club's 75th Anniversary
at Alameda's own Pacific Pinball Museum!?

Tickets pre-purchased online by Thursday, February 20th at 5:00pm or at the Museum by 1:00pm on Saturday, February 22nd will receive the youth ticket rate of $12 so the whole family can enjoy the games. Guests can exit and re-enter for the full day! Tickets purchased after 1:00pm on the 22nd will be at the regular museum price. Ticket purchases support both of these valued community non-profit organizations.?

The discounted tickets are available
*To purchase multiple tickets, please add $12 for every additional ticket.

Seattle Pinball Wars Article

Check out this fascinating article from Brad?Holden's "Vice Files" about the pinball politics of Seattle, WA from the 1930's to the 1980's -? read more via this
Our very first Women's Tournament since our pandemic
reopening "Museum Madness"?is in the books!?
The tournament was also the Pacific Pinball Museum's first IFPA sanctioned event in years, we had (22) players enjoy competitive (but friendly) contests on a variety of games from different pinball era's - we'll definitely be doing this again soon! ?Thanks so much to Jackie and Brianna for running, and to Katie for the amazing custom patches!
Board Treasurer Needed
With the retirement of our longtime Treasurer, we need to fill this important position to function as a nonprofit. If you have Accounting, CPA, Nonprofit Board or Board Treasurer experience we would love to talk with you! Email us HERE
Help Our Nonprofit Grow!
We can accept your donations anytime?via mailed check to the museum's address, or easily online through our red DONATE button below (Either one time, or monthly) Remember, all of your donations are tax-deductible! We are vetted by Guide Star -- please review?our impressive non-profit profile
  • Ask your place of employment if they will match your donations to a non-profit (We¡¯re listed on Benevity, GuideStar Platinum-Seal Rated and Three-?Star rated on Charity Navigator)
  • Consider buying a duplicate game from our online listings, or stopping by our museum store to purchase? gifts, memberships or gift certificates.
  • Donations of Stocks or inclusion in Estate Planning are always welcome!
Purchase Your Own Pinball
Need a home pinball fix? during the winter months? Have fun at home and support the Museum at the same time! Checkout the?current surplus games listed for sale?at "PacificPinball"?on Pinside.com? (with descriptions and?photos!)? ?? Machines can be picked up from our Alameda Warehouse or shipped?anywhere in the world - check the site often for new additions!
New Sponsor Program
Would you like to help support the Pacific Pinball Museum's Mission of Preservation and Education? Reach out to us and see how you can become an invaluable sponsor and be listed with our other supporters in our newsletters, social media and website. Email inquiries?HERE
Pinball Pirate Sponsorship
Chris, the owner of Pinball Pirate in Benicia has generously donated his time every week to lead our group of volunteer fixers. Without Chris and our?team of volunteers, the museum would be hard pressed to keep up with the maintenance?needed to keep our games in tip-top shape. Chris has over 30 years of pinball/arcade knowledge, and we are fortunate to have him and our devoted crew of fixers committed to the well being of the PPM games.??Learn more about the Pinball Pirate's pinball services?
Mitchell Lighting Sponsorship
Mitchell has developed 6V LED replacement lamps for pinball machines that are made from real glass in both the popular #555 & #44 Types.? Home of the Vapor metallic LED! To learn more, visit?
The Pinball Resource Sponsorship
The Pinball Resource stocks the broadest range and deepest solution of pinball parts in the world, the most manufacturers, and largest quantity within each maker. ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý the pinball hobby since 1977, the Pinball Resource is dedicated to keeping pinball affordable. Learn more
Marco Specialties?Sponsorship
Marco Specialties Pinball offers over 30,000 individual parts for thousands of pinball machines to customers around the world. With thousands of rare parts, large inventories of common parts, industry-leading fulfillment, and trusted customer service, Marco Specialties is the central pillar of pinball communities worldwide. First-time pinball machine owners to large arcade operators will find everything they need at Marco Specialties. Search parts?
We are so grateful to all of those who volunteer,?donate, and to those who are considering donating - you're integral to making the PPM succeed and function.

We can't wait to see you soon!
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Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
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Daughters of the Delta with CHELLE! & Friends | Saturday, March 1st @ 7pm at Rhythmix in Alameda

 


Daughters of the Delta with CHELLE! & Friends

Inspired by Michelle Jacques¡¯ deep?love for the folklore of her Louisiana birthplace,?Daughters of the Delta?shines a light on the often-overlooked contributions of women to the region¡¯s rich musical heritage. Their influence spans generations, shaping a sound deeply rooted in resilience, tradition, and cultural expression.

From the groundbreaking?jazz of Lil Hardin Armstrong to the soulful blues of Blue Lou Barker?and the powerful gospel of Mahalia Jackson,?Daughters of the Delta?pays tribute to the women who have helped define Louisiana¡¯s musical identity. Their artistry continues to shape a tradition that remains one of the most influential and vibrant in the United States.

Through their voices and stories, this project weaves a narrative of?artistic achievement and perseverance?in the face of challenges like hurricanes, poverty, and hunger. At the same time, it embraces the joyful celebrations of community life, ensuring that the legacy of these extraordinary women continues to inspire future generations.

¡°Michelle Jacques brings her velvety, hypnotic sound to the songs?she¡¯s curated for Daughters of the Delta. She sings in English, Creole or Kouri-Vini so we can actually hold space for both the haunting history these women composers and singers experienced as well as the ways they still managed to create joy.¡±
¨C?Rachel Medanic, Producer Agile Vocalist podcast

Daughters of the Delta is performed by CHELLE! & Friends with special guest vocalists:
Vocals: Michelle Jacques
Vocal: Rhonda Crane
Vocals: Bryan Dyer
Guitar: Eric Swinderman
Alto Sax: Donna Viscuso
Drums: Michaelle Goerlitz
Bass: Kevin Scott
Vocals: Tammi Brown
Vocals: Jay Lamont

Saturday, March 1st | 7pm
Rhythmix Cultural Works
2513 Blanding Ave,?Alameda


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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline
Metalsmith Training Program: Grand Opening Event! Sat., March 1st from Noon -3PM

 

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Come one, come all, come CELEBRATE with us!?

Need some GOOD news???
JOIN US?as we cut the ribbon at the New Berkeley location of??
a FREE metalsmith?training?program for women and girls of African descent.?

- Ribbon cutting ceremony with Berkeley Mayor, Adena Ishii?
- Meet founder?Karen Smith and?learn the story
- Tour the workshop
- Watch Metalsmithing demos
- Win Raffle items?
- Enjoy the music
- Purchase Tee shirts, Aprons, and Tote bags?
- Sip and Enjoy delicious refreshments

??When: Saturday March 1, 2025
??12-3 PM
?Where:?2440 Durant Ave,?Berkeley,?CA

???See you there.?Bring your friends. Make a difference.

Want to become a student??

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Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
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BabShad Jazzz at Cheese Board Pizzeria on TUESDAY NEXT!

 


Friends of BabShad Jazzz ~~

We are back for lunch (11:30-2:30), this time on Tuesday, at the Cheese Board Pizzeria on Shattuck Ave. in North Berkeley.? Stop by to listen and enjoy a slice and/or a salad, a beer or a wine.? We would love to see you!

BABSHAD JAZZZ
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18th, 11:30 - 2:30
THE CHEESE BOARD PIZZERIA
1512 SHATTUCK AVE. (between Cedar and Vine)

Featuring
BARBARA HADENFELDT, vocals
SUE CROSMAN, piano
CARLA KAUFMAN, bass
JEFF SILBERMAN, drums



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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline
Civic Art grants now open, new Cube Space exhibition & other resources!

 


Upcoming Civic Art grant deadlines and webinars, new Cube Space exhibition and state and federal resources for organizations and artists

Berkeley Civic Arts Newsletter

The supports a culturally vibrant and diverse arts ecosystem within the City of Berkeley by:

  • Funding grants to artists, arts organizations, and festivals.
  • Providing opportunities for artists to create and display work in the public realm.
  • Ensuring equitable access to high quality arts and culture for residents and visitors alike.

Upcoming Deadlines for Civic Arts Grants

Four Civic Arts grant opportunities are now open with deadlines fast approaching. Get assistance and find application resources on the .

Individual Artist Projects

Individual Artist Project grants support artists living in Berkeley with project-based funding. Projects must include original work created during the Grant Activity Period and a public presentation that engages Berkeley residents in a meaningful way.

NEW THIS YEAR: This grant category is now discipline specific. You must select the primary artistic discipline that aligns with your proposed project and you may only apply once in this two-year span.

The following disciplines will be considered over the next two grant cycles:

FY26 (this application period): Film and New Media, Multidisciplinary/Interdisciplinary Arts, Social Practice, and Visual Arts. FY27 (next application period): Dance, Folk and Traditional Arts, Literary Arts, Music, and Theater.

  • Grant Amount: $5,000
  • Deadline to apply: February 19, 2025 at 11:59 PM
  • Grant Activity Period: July 1, 2025 ¨C June 30, 2026

Arts Programs

Arts Program grants support arts and cultural programming in the City of Berkeley that fall within one of two categories:

  • Non-arts nonprofit organizations located in the City of Berkeley producing arts or cultural programming in Berkeley led by a Berkeley-based partnering arts organization or teaching artist.
  • Arts nonprofit organizations located in the Greater Bay Area (outside of Berkeley) producing arts and cultural programming in the City of Berkeley.Grants in this pilot program are supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts.

Grants in this pilot program are supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts.

  • Grant Amount: $5,000
  • Deadline to apply: February 26, 2025 at 11:59 PM
  • Grant Activity Period: July 1, 2025 ¨C June 30, 2026

Community Festivals

The Community Festivals grant supports festivals and special events in Berkeley. Grant-funded events must be open to the entire public and have a free component. Grants in this category are awarded annually.

  • Grant Amount: up to $7,000
  • Deadline to apply: March 5, 2025 at 11:59 PM
  • Grant Activity Period: July 1, 2025 ¨C June 30, 2026

General Operating Support

The General Operating Support grant provides general operating funding for Berkeley-based nonprofit arts and cultural organizations. Grants in this category are awarded on a two-year cycle and applications are only accepted every two years.

  • Grant Amount: up to $10,000 (up to $20,000 over two years)
  • Deadline to apply: March 12, 2025 at 11:59 PM
  • Grant Activity Period: July 1, 2025 ¨C June 30, 2027

NEW: Applicants using a Fiscal Sponsor must be registered with the as a Nonprofit Corporation.

New Cube Space Exhibition!

In our 2025 exhibition series, curated by curated by William Hernandez Luege, we present (Bolivia, 1988) an artist based in the East Bay who makes work in collaboration with the public, often asking for help in defining, circulating, or discovering their work.

In Rock Paper Scissors, Farthing-Kohl presents a world where perception is turned upside down. Set on curved bleachers¡ªstructures that recall ancient amphitheaters, modern stadiums, and other theatrical seating¡ªthis installation presents sculptures made from decaying industrial materials like concrete, asphalt, and metal. Their surfaces are printed with images of devices like coin-operated viewers, televisions, globes, microscopes, and other devices used to frame, magnify, and control our view of the world. Here, those tools of vision seem to watch us back. Seated on bleachers, these sculptures stare at us, turning this space into a theater, not unlike those on the nearby street.

Follow the artist on .

Rock Paper Scissor is on display at the Cube Space through March 2025.

The City of Berkeley¡¯s Cube Space is a 200 sq. ft. contemporary art gallery located in the heart of downtown Berkeley at 2010 Addison Street. Unlike a traditional exhibition space, curated art displays are viewable 24/7 through surrounding store-front glass walls. Established in 2019, the Cube Space features a rotating series of three-month long exhibitions by emerging and mid-career Bay Area artists.

New State Funding for Performing Arts Organizations for Payroll Costs

Attention nonprofit performing arts organizations ¨C you may be eligible for funding from the State of California to help with payroll costs!

The Performing Arts Equitable Payroll Fund Program supports small nonprofit performing arts organizations with adjusted gross revenue under $2 million to hire and retain employees. The Fund reimburses a portion of payroll costs on a quarterly basis, using a tiered reimbursement schedule where the smallest organizations receive the highest percentage of reimbursement.

Check out grant opportunities from the NEA!

The National Endowment for the Arts has numerous grant opportunities for arts organizations, arts projects, research, and fellowships. Most of these grant programs are accepting applications right now with deadlines ranging from March through July of this year.

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Upcoming Civic Arts Commission Meetings

  • February 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm: Civic Arts Commission
  • March 4, 3:30pm - 5:30pm: Public Art Subcommittee?
  • March 7, 10:00am - 11:00am: Joint Subcommittee on Affordable Housing for Artists
  • March 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm: Civic Arts Commission?

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Left Margin Lit: Spring Classes OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT

 


Spring Classes
OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT

Saturdays, February 22?- March 22
On ZOOM
Jaclyn Moyer

In this 5-week course, designed for writers with a work-in-progress ready to share, we¡¯ll explore the powerful potential of personal writing. We'll begin with a discussion of assigned readings by a diversity of established writers working across the genre, from essay to memoir, and use these examples to explore elements of craft including structure, tension, dialogue, and voice.

Wednesdays, March 5 - 26
On ZOOM
Alan Chazaro

What's it like to be your own boss and report your own stories for large, public platforms? In this course, journalist Alan Chazaro shares his experiences, insights, and tool kit as a freelance writer.?From learning how to pitch editors, keeping track of your payments, and calibrating your voice as a freelance writer, students will walk away with a sense of how to enter the world of journalism with a sense of clarity.

Saturdays, March 8 - 15
On ZOOM
Shze-Hui Tjoa

Have you ever wondered what knowledge your body holds that your mind doesn¡¯t -- yet? In this two-part class, we will explore this question together. Students will complete this class?with experience analyzing literary texts, a syllabus of body-centric writing and books, and a toolkit of exercises that they can use to ¡°drop down¡± from their minds into their bodies at any given time in their personal writing practices.

Tuesdays, March 11 - April 1
In Person at Left Margin LIT
Zoe Fitzgerald Carter

For anyone interested in lyrics and songwriting, this class offers easy-to-use tools to help turn your stories and ideas into catchy, well-constructed songs. Whether you¡¯re a beginning or seasoned musician, or just "lyric curious,¡± you'll learn the basics of song structure, how to write a good ¡°hook,¡± and explore how rhythm and rhyme can elevate and enhance your songs.?

Zoom Accountability Write-Ins
with Grant Faulkner

If you're?struggling?to create a writing routine, become a member of our
?community with?author (and?former NaNoWriMo Director)?Grant Faulkner.

Every Monday and Wednesday night, participants?hop onto Zoom, receive some inspiration from Grant, and dive?into writing.
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LML Co-Founder?Rachel Richardson's
new book of poems, SMOTHER.
Copyright ? 2025 Left Margin LIT, All rights reserved.

Our address is:
1543 Shattuck Ave., Suite B
Berkeley, CA 94709
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Class Rental Space at Rhythmix Cultural Works, Alameda

 


Perfect Venue for Dance,
Fitness & More!

Calling all teachers & instructors!?Host your next class at Rhythmix Cultural Works in our beautifully renovated historic building in Alameda. With newly refinished hardwood sprung floors ideal for dance, fitness, and movement classes ¨C?perfect for a wide range of activities, from dance and music to martial arts and more.??

Equipped with everything you need for classes, workshops and rehearsals. Located only 5 minutes from downtown Oakland off Hwy 880 and free street parking!??

?and offer your students a beautiful and vibrant space to learn and build community at Rhythmix.?

Rhythmix Cultural Works
2513 Blanding Ave,?Alameda


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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline
Daughters of the Delta with CHELLE! & Friends | Saturday, March 1st @ 7pm at Rhythmix in Alameda

 



Daughters of the Delta with CHELLE! & Friends

Inspired by?Michelle Jacques¡¯ deep love and admiration for the rich folklore of her birthplace, Louisiana,?Daughters of the Delta?is a compelling project that delves into the often overlooked and underappreciated contributions of women to the unique musical heritage of the Louisiana Gulf region.

From the groundbreaking jazz of Lil Hardin Armstrong to the soulful blues of Blue Lou Barker and the powerful gospel of Mahalia Jackson,?Daughters of the Delta?pays tribute to the pivotal role women have played in shaping Louisiana¡¯s musical culture, a living tradition that remains one of the most richly layered and vibrant in the United States.

The voices and stories of these extraordinary women?weave a narrative that celebrates their artistic achievements and preserves the collective memory of enduring hardships like hurricanes, poverty, and hunger, while embracing the vibrant celebrations of community life.

Daughters of the Delta?illuminates the profound impact of women on the musical soundscape of Louisiana, honoring their legacy, and ensuring that their contributions continue to inspire and resonate with future generations.

¡°Michelle Jacques brings her velvety, hypnotic sound to the songs?she¡¯s curated for Daughters of the Delta. She sings in English, Creole or Kouri-Vini so we can actually hold space for both the haunting history these women composers and singers experienced as well as the ways they still managed to create joy.¡±
¨C?Rachel Medanic, Producer Agile Vocalist podcast

Daughters of the Delta is performed by CHELLE! & Friends with special guest vocalists:
Vocals: Michelle Jacques
Vocal: Rhonda Crane
Vocals: Bryan Dyer
Guitar: Eric Swinderman
Alto Sax: Donna Viscuso
Drums: Michaelle Goerlitz
Bass: Kevin Scott
Vocals: Tammi Brown
Vocals: Jay Lamont

Saturday, March 1st | 7pm
Rhythmix Cultural Works
2513 Blanding Ave,?Alameda



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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline
City of Berkeley Arts Grants

 


Artists, festival organizers, nonprofits seeking to make arts part of their programs, and arts nonprofits can apply for one-time grants to support their work and strengthen the arts culture of Berkeley.

These grants allow individual visual artists to fund new individual works; festival organizers can use them to put on events; arts nonprofits can use the money to fund operations; and nonprofits interested in the arts can use them to create new arts programs.

  • ?in Berkeley can get $5,000 for original work and a public presentation. This year¡¯s grants are for Film, New Media, Multidisciplinary Arts, Social Practice, and Visual Arts (2d and 3d).?
  • ?and cultural activities in Berkeley can apply for grants of up to $5,000 to facilitate arts programming collaborations and cultural activities in Berkeley.?
  • ?can apply for up to $7,000 to put on events that may be new and small in scale or an established festival.?
  • Berkeley-based nonprofit arts organizations can??apply for a two-year grant of up to $10,000 per year, totaling up to $20,000 over the grant period.?
Organized by the City of Berkeley¡¯s Civic Arts Program, these grants support a culturally vibrant and diverse arts ecosystem in our community. To learn more, create an account using the?.



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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline
Parents Night Out on Valentine¡¯s Day at Casa de Cultura

 


Hello everyone!

This is an exciting opportunity to have a worry-free date with your loved ones on Valentine¡¯s Day ?

Our Brazilian-themed playgroup ¡°²Ñ°¿³¢·¡°ä´¡¶Ù´¡¡± at Casa de Cultura will have a special edition on February 14th.

Check out more information on the flyer below and .

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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline
Central Works: PUSH/PULL opens March 1!

 

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SEASON 2025 OPENS MARCH 1st!

written by Harry Davis & directed by Gary Graves


featuring:

Andre Amarotico* & Matthew Kropschot


March 2-March 31

*member Actors Equity Association

Grab a 2025 Season Subscription Pass Now!

SEASON SUBSCRIPTION PASSES START AT ONLY $72

Stay safe and well. See you soon!

Central Works at the Berkeley City Club, 2315 Durant Avenue, Berkeley, 94704
STAY CONNECTED
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Central Works | PO Box 9771 | Berkeley, CA 94709-0771 US



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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
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When is a good time to sign up for summer camp?

 


Dancing Paintbrush Studio
Soon! ?Some of our weeks are filling fast!
Please join us on Solano Avenue for a summer full of fun and creativity! We can't wait to see you!

Dear Parents, Families, and Friends,

I just love this mysterious drawing of a person with a clock head! And the feet are not touching the ground - see the space and the shadow underneath?

Please sign up early to ensure we have space for you in the week(s) you want - some weeks are already filling very quickly!


Schedule for Summer Art Camp 2025

Special: June 5?and 6th, Paint and Draw (2-day week)

Week 1: June 9-13?Drawing?

Week 2: June 16-20?Paint: Color

Week 3: June 23-27?Animals & Imaginary Creatures?

Week 4: June 30-July 3 People & Faces (4?day week)

Week 5: July 7-11? Landscape, Still Life & Oceans?

Week 6: July14-18? Drawing

Week 7: July 21-25?Animals & Imaginary Creatures?

Week 8: July 28-August 1?Paint: Color

Week 9: August 4-8?Landscape, Still Life & Oceans?

Week 10: August 11-15?Animals and Imaginary Creatures

If you would like to learn more about the themes for?each week, please click ??We really look forward to having you with us!

Please join our Award-Winning Summer Art Camp for a summer filled with Fun and Creativity! Voted Best of the Bay by Parent's Press, our location is on Solano Avenue, Berkeley, in the Thousand Oaks neighborhood. We are excited to serve our community here!?

We limit each summer camp session to 12-15 students so that each student receives individual attention. Making art develops problem-solving skills, encourages creativity, and develops self-confidence. Our goal is to provide the?materials,?structure, and guidance?to spark creativity in each child, allow them to explore and investigate their own ideas, and have lots of fun in the process. Our philosophy is to encourage students to explore and express themselves, emphasizing practice over product, without judgment, comparison, or criticism.

Each camp day has plenty of structure and practice, and we have lots of fun in the process. I love to work with each student, one-on-one, to see what their unique interests are!?We demonstrate a variety of methods and ways of making art to nurture artistic development. We also provide lessons on color theory, and famous artists in art?history,?and host special guests to spark the creative process. We wholeheartedly encourage individual exploration of personal themes and interests. And we value working together and sharing ideas. Collaboration, cooperation, and community are important!
All art materials are safe and non-toxic. Ages 6-13, regular campers, and 14-17, counselors in training. Please register at?

Tuition: Early Bird Discount, Before April 1st:

Artists Age 6-13 $625/week, 9am-3pm

Counselor-in-Training (CIT¡¯s) age 14-17, siblings, & referrals, $600/week, 9am-3pm

After April 1st:

Artists Age 6-13, $695/week, 9am-3pm;?

Counselor-in-Training (CIT¡¯s) age 14-17, siblings, & referrals,??$675 /week,?9am-3pm?

You may register


Do you need before-care or after-care? 8-9 am or 3-5 pm, $25/hr.?

Do you need a Drop-in Day? ?9 -3, $15o/day
Scroll down to the bottom of the Register Page to find these options!

We are so grateful for your continuing attendance at our camp! This is our 27th year, and we appreciate and celebrate you for coming to us over these many years. We feel lucky to continue to serve the East Bay children and teens, and we look forward to many more years to come! ?


?If you have any questions, please don't?hesitate to call me at 510-604-0036, or email me at Bethpaints@....

Kindest regards,

Beth

Copyright ? 2025 Dancing Paintbrush Studio, All rights reserved.
Dancing Paintbrush Studio Spring and Summer Art Camps

Our mailing address is:
Dancing Paintbrush Studio
14 Kupalaiki Loop
Kihei, HI 96753
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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
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The Zydeco Flow || Unique 4 Week Progressive Dance Class!

 


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Step into the rhythm of Louisiana with our brand new, unique 4-week Zydeco dance class series at Ashkenaz! Whether you're brand new to Zydeco or ready to take your skills to the next level, this is the only class in the Bay Area that will guide you through the steps, moves, and styling of this dynamic dance.

Taught by Sarah Travis, Executive Director of Ashkenaz, fiddle player, and a seasoned Zydeco dancer with years of experience dancing in both Louisiana and the Bay Area, these classes offer a fun and welcoming environment to learn the moves, connect with the music, and embrace the joy of Zydeco.


? What You'll Learn:

Week 1: Introduction to Zydeco Dance Basics

Week 2: Partnering Basics and Building Confidence

Week 3: Intermediate Moves, Spins, and Styling

Week 4: Advanced Combinations, Transitions, and Polishing Your Zydeco Dance

*We'll even slip in a line dance!*


? When:

4 consecutive Mondays, starting February 3rd, from 6:00PM to 7:00PM


? Where:

Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center

1317 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley, CA

*Back Studio*


? Cost:

$100 for the full 4-week series


? Register now to secure your spot -- the class is capped at a limited number of students.

**No drop-ins** -- these classes are progressive, we build skills each week based on the previous weeks' class, so register for all 4 weeks!


Email sarahtravismusic@... for questions!

No partner is required¡ªjust bring your energy and a love of music.

Let¡¯s dance, celebrate, and bring the spirit of Louisiana to the Bay Area. See you on the dance floor!


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Sarah Travis

she/her
Executive Director


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E: sarah@...


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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline
Bonnie Randall Boller: A Celebration of the Artist and Her Work | Thursday, February 6th @ 6-8pm at Rhythmix in Alameda

 


Bonnie Randall Boller:
A Celebration of the Artist
and Her Work

Bonnie Boller was a visionary Alameda-based artist whose creative journey spanned over 40 years, weaving together the realms of?encaustic painting, pottery, printmaking, and mixed media. Her artistic philosophy was simple yet profound: ¡°Art is about the process, more than the finished product.¡± Throughout her career, Bonnie¡¯s work evolved, shifting from the tactile world of ceramics to the more delicate, pictorial expressions found in printmaking, clay monotype, encaustic painting, and encaustic monoprints.

Boller¡¯s work was defined by a unique, almost intimate, perspective and?ability to capture the world?as if viewed through a magnifying glass. This intimate gaze, coupled with a masterful use of color and simplicity of form, created compositions that were both striking and evocative. The complexity of her pieces was woven with a quiet allure, offering a depth that invited viewers to look beyond the surface.

Opening Reception:
Thursday, February 6th | 6pm

Exhibit Dates:
January 24 - March 21, 2025

Rhythmix Cultural Works
2513 Blanding Ave,?Alameda



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LISA BULLWINKEL
Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline
www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline
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